From the Organizer
Celebrate the New Year with Central Vermont Runners' 5K race in downtown Montpelier
Start: 2 pm on Langdon Street in Montpelier
Pre-registration is strongly encouraged!
Fees:
Pre-registration:
Adults: $15
Children/students ages 0-19: $10
Adults 65+: $10
Race-day registration:
Adults: $20
Children/students ages 0-19: $15
Adults 65+: $15
$5 discount for children registering with their parents on race day.
Race Day Details:
Bib number pickup will all be at Onion River Outdoors: City Center, 89 Main St., Montpelier from noon to 1:30 p.m. on race day. Race start is at 2 pm on Langdon Street.
Awards and after-race refreshments will be in the main space at City Center immediately after the race.
Important notes:
- Please dress for winter racing!
- Runners must stay on the course. Runners who leave the course will be disqualified.
- This year's route includes a short spur and turnaround on Dunpatrick. You can view the race map here.
Parking: Runners should plan to use and pay for on-the-street and public lot parking in Montpelier as regular parking fees will be in effect on race day. There is a parking lot directly across the street from 89 Main Street (Pitkin Court Lot outlined in yellow on this parking map).
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
28°
Typical Low
11°
Chance of Rain
52%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Montpelier 2, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Montpelier, VT
Population
8,038
as of 2023
Elevation
790 ft
Nearest Airport
BTV
Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport · 32 mi
Major Hub
PWM
Portland International Jetport · 120 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at CVR New Year's Eve 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CVR New Year's Eve 5K?
- CVR New Year's Eve 5K is a running race held in Montpelier, Vermont on December 31, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the CVR New Year's Eve 5K?
- Thursday, December 31, 2026 in Montpelier, Vermont at 89 Main St., Montpelier, VT. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the CVR New Year's Eve 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
CVR New Year's Eve 5K
Dec 31, 2026